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Anaheim

Peralta Canyon Park in Anaheim: Where the Bluebirds and Wild Green Parrots Fly

May 25, 2010
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Peralta Canyon Park in Anaheim sits off Santa Ana Canyon Road near the 91 Freeway. It’s another great find by reader, Lisa. In fact, since Lisa is so great at finding North County parks and sharing such detailed info with us — we asked her to be our official North County Parks Reporter.  That’s not [...]

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Pearson Park: Anaheim’s Classic Town Square Steeped in Local History

April 12, 2010
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Pearson Park used to be called City Park prior to its name change in 1960 to honor Anaheim’s mayor from 1945-1959. You can read about all the Anaheim by reading “A Brief History of Modern Day Anaheim” or watch this short 3 minute video by the Heritage Services Manager.  The amphitheater, ball park, and restroom [...]

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Yorba Regional Park: Yorba Linda by Location, But In Anaheim By Address

March 2, 2010
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I can’t cover Yorba Regional Park in Anaheim in just one post, so look for more to come.  In the meantime, consult the official OCParks.com page for Yorba Park.  I was completely surprised to learn this park is in Anaheim. It felt like I was in Yorba Linda. PLAY AREAS NEAR PARKING LOT 3 Location: [...]

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Oak Canyon Nature Center in Anaheim Hills

November 20, 2009
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Oak Canyon Nature Center offers a great spot for Anaheim Hills kid-friendly hiking within the larger regional trail system. It’s tucked into a natural area beyond the Anaheim Hills Golf Course off  Nohl Ranch Road.  Our excursion to this secluded spot provided my 4 year old and me with a great morning adventure. I had [...]

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